Frozen Pickerel Fillets in 10kg Blocks from China

Frozen, skinned pickerel fillets packed in blocks each weighing over 4.5 kg, specifically designed for further processing into minced or uniformly cut pieces. These fillets are sourced from freshwater pickerel (Esox species) and meet the HTS 0304.89.10.15 classification due to their frozen state, block packaging over 4.5 kg, and intended use for mincing or cutting.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify block weight exceeds 4.5 kg per unit and include processing intent declaration to avoid reclassification as standard fillets

Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure compliance with section 609 if any shrimp contamination risk, plus HACCP plans for seafood safety

Provide commercial invoice detailing species (pickerel), skin-off status, and frozen block specs to prevent customs disputes